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Until Kawhi Leonard returns, Ja’Kobe Walter is a player that can be streamed with confidence. Over the last two games as a starter, Walter has averaged 18.0 points, 1.5 steals and 4.0 triples per game. The most recent timeline update for Leonard has him returning in late November, which may be the best case scenario. Walter should start until then.
There is long-term value here, but this weekend is also a favorable one for him. Toronto plays Orlando on Friday and the Lakers on Sunday, and the Raptors are currently fourth in the NBA in pace. More possessions means more stats.
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Walter struggled during his rookie season but showcased real growth in year two and seems to have taken another step forward this year, despite the small sample size. His floor-spacing ability is valuable to this team with how it’s currently constructed, so he should play a large reserve role, even when Leonard returns.
The 12 teams that play two games this weekend include the Celtics, Nets, Hornets, Warriors, Rockets, Pacers, Clippers, Lakers, Timberwolves, Magic, 76ers and Raptors. If you’re looking to maximize your games played, prioritize picking up players from those teams.
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NBA Week 2 Injury Report: Anthony Edwards, Jaren Jackson Jr. set to miss multiple months
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Anthony Edwards and Jaren Jackson Jr. are among the stars that are set to miss extended periods of time.
Grayson Allen, G, Charlotte Hornets
Kon Knueppel (hamstring) is getting close to returning, so this could be the last weekend to stream Allen confidently. Allen has hit at least two three-pointers in every game this season, has scored at least 20 points twice and was even able to contribute two steals and two blocks in Charlotte’s last game. 49.5 percent of the Hornets’ field goal attempts this season have come from beyond the arc, which makes Allen a great fit. He’ll continue to be a reliable reserve for them all year, though when Knueppel returns, his minutes and shot attempts will likely be suppressed compared to his role now.
Keon Ellis, G, Brooklyn Nets
Egor Demin (leg) is set to miss a few games, which…
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